When describing Festival International de Louisiane's music selection in a recent story, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune reporter Chelsea Brasted wrote, "This year's lineup, which features artists and musicians, such as The Wailers, Marc Broussard and Troy 'Trombone Shorty' Andrews, isn't lauded for its big-name-national draw. The festival, instead, focuses on representing a variety of world music. Irish-contemporary world music? Got it. Manitoba pop/soul? Check. Louisiana zydeco? Check, check, double check."

Marvelous musical performances are one of many photo opportunities ripe for sharing on social media during Festival International. Attendees may also find themselves reaching for a smartphone to snap a pic of costumed, stilt-walkers sashaying the street, a plateful of indescribably delicious
cuisine, beautiful artisan wares and more.

When sharing those memorable moments on social media, use the hash tag #festivalinternational. We'll round up your photos throughout the weekend and share them below. And as we cover the festival, we'll also share photos through NOLA.com | Baton Rouge's Twitter and Instagram accounts.